The Board of the World Federation of Right-to-Die Societies is very concerned by the recent arrest in Georgia of its Vice Chairman, Ted Goodwin, and others. Many of us have known Ted for several years and regard him as a most compassionate individual.

Regarding the possible reasons for his arrest, we want to stress that desperate terminally-ill individuals and those suffering greatly from incurable chronic illnesses often look for a peaceful death when their suffering is more than they can bear. This is already legally possible in Oregon and Washington State, in the USA; and in Europe, in Belgium, The Netherlands, Switzerland, and soon in Luxembourg. In the absence of rational laws, organizations such as Final Exit Network sometimes may get close to the line in challenging the law, as perceived by opponents of the right to choose.

The Board of the World Federation of Right-to-Die Societies supports legal change so that those who are terminally-ill, or suffering greatly from incurable chronic illnesses, can obtain a legitimate way to achieve a dignified, humane death.

One Response to “World Fed. of Right to Die Societies back the Georgia Four”

I can’t judge these persons because I don’t know them but in faith I will assume they only act to help suffering fellow humans. I will be forced to release myself before I am no long physically or mentally capable, alone and in need of someone to hold my hand and say farewell. I’m sure no one wishes to live in pain nor do they wish to die alone…….my prayers are with monsieur Goodwin and his comrades.

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